EspoCRM
A traditional CRM that actually lets you change the data model; polished enough, but still your server.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-08-10
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- AGPL-3.0
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Docker Compose or upload the PHP package and run the web installer
- Operational Setup
- Requires a server, database, domain/TLS setup, and ongoing upgrades/backups
- Where Your Data Lives
- CRM records in a self-hosted MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL database; uploaded files in server/Docker volumes
- The Catch / Trade-off
- EspoCRM can define custom entities, but its data-model editing, collaborative views, and automatic enrichment are much less fluid than Attio’s.
Replaces 11 paid apps
up to $272.95/mo ($3,275/yr) in subscriptions
EspoCRM FAQ
Common questions
Is EspoCRM free and open source?+
EspoCRM is an open-source tool licensed under AGPL-3.0 that runs on self-host. A traditional CRM that actually lets you change the data model; polished enough, but still your server.
What paid software does EspoCRM replace?+
EspoCRM serves as a free replacement for 11 paid SaaS applications: Attio, Bigin, Capsule, Close, Folk, Less Annoying CRM, Pipedrive, Salesmate, Streak, Waalaxy, Zoho CRM, saving up to $272.95/month ($3,275/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up EspoCRM?+
Installation: Docker Compose or upload the PHP package and run the web installer. Setup notes: Requires a server, database, domain/TLS setup, and ongoing upgrades/backups
What is the catch or trade-off with EspoCRM?+
EspoCRM can define custom entities, but its data-model editing, collaborative views, and automatic enrichment are much less fluid than Attio’s.